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Camping is a form of outdoor recreation involving overnight stays with a basic temporary shelter such as a tent. Camping can also include a recreational vehicle, a permanent tent, a shelter such as a bivy or tarp, or no shelter at all. Typically, participants leave developed areas to spend time outdoors, in pursuit of activities providing them enjoyment or an educational experience. Spending the night away from home distinguishes camping from day-tripping, picnicking, and other outdoor activities.

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Wake up at an Animal Sanctuary!

Rooterville is a nonprofit home to over 100 rescued farm animals of all types, THEY make it an amazing place to visit!  When you stay with us, you are welcome to explore the sanctuary and interact with the animals.  The only place off limits is our cow/horse pasture.

Come on out to the country for the experience of a lifetime interacting with sweet farm animals in luxury accommodations or bring your own RV or a tent and "rough" it in your choice of spots on our beautiful 20 acre property surrounded by lots of amazing wild creatures of all sorts and our friendly animal ambassadors.

 Maybe you'll spot a bald eagle getting a meal from our ponds!

There's so much to see and enjoy right here at the sanctuary, we have over 100 rescued animals who can't wait to meet you and maybe bum a snack from you too.

 If you get bored, there is plenty to do nearby:

 Goldhead Park, a paved Bike Trail, Jacksonville, St Augustine, High Springs, Ocala and Gainesville are all within an hour's drive.

Melrose is quaint and rural.

We don't rush here.

 Except at feeding time!

 You'll get to experience that too.  

 We can't wait to meet you!

 You'll come as a guest and leave as a friend!

No smoking in our units, no pets.  If you can refrain from cooking meat on our grills and cooking utensils, we'd sure appreciate it.

NO ADMITTANCE TO THE PROPERTY AFTER 10PM WITHOUT EXPRESS PERMISSION, please be considerate of the owner and others here trying to sleep!

Our REAL handmade 1800's style covered wagons are the cat's meow!  YES, they have A/C, Heat and a bathroom!  Glamping at its finest!

No roughing it here, microwave/fridge/toaster and coffee pot.  Perfect!  

Camp Declan

Camp Declan is many things rolled into one.

First, it is a private six-acre hardwood forest with 400’ of shoreline on a fresh-water, all-purpose lake. The air is clean and fresh and the fish, birds and Florida wildlife teem around you.


Second, are the three buildings Cabin, Cabana and Bunkhouse. Each has a bathroom and the Cabin and Bunkhouse accommodate 18 overnight guests comfortably. The Cabana serves as outdoor bar/kitchen and hangout. Larger groups can be accommodated with a little ingenuity, too.


Third, the layout of the property is such that the lake and large floating dock are always the star of the show. Whether you’re playing volleyball, badminton or horse shoes, sitting around the fire pit or canoeing on the lake, the sum of its parts makes a wonderful private indoor/outdoor lodging and recreation space for fishing, swimming, boating and grilling.


Learn more about this land:

"Old Florida" lake cabin, deck, dock, 12-bed bunkhouse, fully-equipped indoor kitchen, outdoor kitchen/bar and hot outdoor & indoor showers. Private, fenced grounds overlooks firepit, zipline and anchored swim raft. 

Ideal for groups up to 18 who seek a down-to-earth "fish camp" experience.

4A River Camp

This area was inhabited by indians many years ago and the remnants of their civilization are scattered about in the rivers and land.  The Ichetucknee River was named by a tribe of Creek Indians who came down from north Georgia and Alabama, and means "place of the beavers".  This area is rich in history and beautiful nature.With over 1/3 acre of dedicated riverfront property on the Santa Fe River, you’ll have all the peace and quiet you can handle in this single spot campsite. The campsite was purpose-built for friends and family who come to visit this slice of paradise we call home. Ideally located in the heart of spring country in North Central Florida, we have over 18 major springs within a 50-mile radius of this location, which allows for all the outdoor exploration and watersports you desire. With tubing, kayaking, canoeing, paddle boarding, swimming, boating, and fishing available within feet of the campsite, you can stay nearby or venture out to some of the best springs in the world.
Boaters – Private boat ramp is 200 yards up the road on the Santa Fe, public boat ramps within 10 miles on the Santa Fe and Suwannee rivers.
Tubers – Tube the private section of the crystal-clear Ichetucknee river accessible only by the homeowners via our 3 waterfront parks. Both get-out parks are within walking distance to the campsite for your convenience.
Paddlers – Paddle the Santa Fe or Ichetucknee rivers from within the neighborhood, or if the time of year is right, venture up to the Ichetucknee State Park to paddle the head waters and north entrance. This is limited in season and numbers to keep the impact on the river to a minimum.
Swimmers – Swim the Santa Fe or Ichetucknee rivers from within the neighborhood via our 9 waterfront parks (6 Santa Fe, 3 Ichetucknee) or venture to either entrance of the Ichetucknee River State Park just a few miles away.
Nature lovers – Explore the unspoiled conservation areas within the neighborhood that can be hiked and explored. Setup a hammock and sit by the river and watch all your worries wash away, you may get to see the occasional manatee.
Whatever your passion, this campsite accommodates it with electric (50/30/15), water, picnic table, concrete firepit, clothesline and plenty of room to spread out. The neighborhood is golf-cart and UTV friendly and has lots of dirt roads to explore.  The deer can be found quite easily every morning and evening while riding around and rarely run away from the vehicles.
Area Springs and Recreation attractions include the following springs and state parks. Google search Florida Springs for more information on each.

The waters of the Ichetucknee are clear, cool, and refreshing on a hot Florida day. This is Point Park, a ten minute walk from camp.

GoPro shot swimming in the nearby Ichetucknee head spring

Lots of space to lounge on the river directly behind where you pitch your tent.

Bring a float. This place is walking distance to the crystal clear Ichetucknee river where you can take a leisurely raft ride.

The campsite sits directly on the Santa Fe River. Not crystal clear like the Ichetucknee, but still lined by beautiful cypress trees and provides excellent boating opportunities. 

Far From the Madding Crowd 

Cows, pastures, cows, more pastures, rivers, cows, more rivers, and oh yes the springs! This is rural Florida. Far away from "civilization", but close enough to all of natures beauties and wonders! Surrounded by National Parks and stunning clear water springs with cave diving. One hour east of the Gulf of Mexico and one hour west of the Atlantic ocean. Minutes from the Swanee River Music Festival. Learn more about this land:Bring your own tent and gear and find your spot among the trees on 5 peaceful acres. Cows, pastures, cows, more pastures, rivers, cows, more rivers, and oh yes the springs! This is rural Florida. Far away from "civilization", but close enough to all of natures beauties and wonders!

The start of your journey into the woods. 

Gators nest

Once a Savage pirate squires a ragdoll chest. In this chest was a thousand silver pillets.in these pillits were the carved bones of savages that were shipwrecked be on a woodwill island. On that island 46 night in there came a fog, in that fog a deadly mist arose from the center of that island. This mist poisoned those savages. It made them do terrible things to each other.when the mist lifted there was only a handful of survivors. Those survivors burnt the remains. The they carved the bones of the others up.  Then the island attached a curse to those bones. 11 days later the savages formed pillits over the bones with the jaws of apes. These pillits were lost for two thousand years. Then it is said a pithimijer found the chest that contained the cursed pillits. The pithimijer transported to a said location at a n exact coordinate. These coordinates exist on our property at the exact location of our campsite. They are buried 13 feet below the train tracks. Some night you can hear the old train whistle that brought the chest to its current location. It is said to be guarded by two ghostly guards that appear every fourth full moon at midnight. If you see the guards do not approch them. It is said they have beheaded anyone who aproches the chest. You may find the necklaces of those that have been beheaded at the site. Please do not take the Jewels, they are said to be cursed. If you see the fog look east and you just might get a glimpse be of the ghosts.Learn more about this land:Pitch your tent in our cozy spot nested into the woods and right beside the ol Peggy railway. We have a water hookup available. We have a fire ring añd a cleared spot just or you. Enjoy your serenity. We are only 8 miles away from the Springs and 22 miles from Ben Hill Griffin Stadium in Gainesville.

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